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Alicia Fraser – General Manager, Integrated Water Services – Capital Regional District

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PFM is pleased to have partnered with the Capital Regional District (CRD) to facilitate the appointment of Alicia Fraser as the new General Manager of Integrated Water Services as of July 24, 2023.

Alicia Fraser comes to the CRD from the Ontario Clean Water Agency where she was serving as President and Chief Executive Officer.  “I am honoured to have been selected for this role and thrilled to be joining the CRD,” said Alicia. “I look forward to working closely with the IWS team, the Board and the Executive team to ensure the continued high-quality service to the CRD communities.”

Alicia Fraser will work with the Regional Water Commission and the CRD Board on delivering the Regional Water Supply Master Plan, as well as supporting the many water and wastewater commissions across the capital region guiding the many services provided.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Alicia!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Sungchul Choi – Dean, Faculty of Management – Vancouver Island University

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Sungchul Choi has accepted the role of Dean, Faculty of Management with Vancouver Island University, effective July 1, 2023.

Dr. Choi joins VIU from the University of Northern British Columbia, where he served as both Chair and Professor at the School of Business. He has held appointments at the University of Northern British Columbia since 2004, and has previously lectured at the University of Alberta as well. He brings extensive academic and administrative leadership, plus experience in leading strategic visioning, developing new programs for students, and improving program quality to enhance student experiences.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Sungchul!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Ciro Panessa – President & CEO – Northern Health

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Ciro Panessa has accepted the role of President & Chief Executive Officer with Northern Health, effective September 5th.

Ciro joined Northern Health in 2014 as the first Regional Director, Chronic Diseases and since 2017, he has been the Northwest Chief Operating Officer. Prior to joining Northern Health, he worked for the Ministry of Health as the Director, Blood Borne Pathogens. Ciro has been the recipient of the Premier’s Award for Innovation, the UBC Young Alumnus Award, a CIHR Fellowship for the National Canadian Research Training Program in Hepatitis C and the Canadian Nurses Foundation Fellowship for Hepatology Nursing. He holds a Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of British Columbia and a Family Nurse Practitioner Advanced Graduate Diploma from Athabasca University.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Ciro!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Alexandra Korinowsky – Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs – Emily Carr University of Art & Design

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce the appointment of Alexandra Korinowsky as Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs with Emily Carr University of Art & Design, effective immediately.

Alex takes on the executive directorship after serving as Interim Executive Director, Communications, Marketing + Public Affairs, and as Communications Manager, both at ECU. She is a seasoned communications professional, bringing extensive experience in communications, public affairs, and event and project management to the position. She has worked in diverse sectors including cultural, government, non-profit and healthcare.

Alex holds a bachelor’s degree in cultural studies and art history from McGill University, and a post-graduate certificate in corporate communications and public relations from Toronto’s Centennial College. She has aspirations to pursue a masters degree as part of her commitment to lifelong learning.

During the year Alex has served at ECU, she has worked on numerous organizational priorities including strengthening ECU’s government relations practices, improving budget communications, supporting strategic planning and collective bargaining, and, primarily, seeing the Communications + Marketing department through a challenging period of change and transition.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Alex!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.

Elisabeth Whiting – Chief Executive Officer – Healthcare Benefit Trust

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PFM Executive Search is excited to announce that Elisabeth Whiting has accepted the role of President & CEO with Healthcare Benefit Trust.

Elisabeth has served as the Vice President Operations and Administration, and senior member of the HBT Executive & Management team since 2010. She was appointed Interim President and Chief Executive Officer effective January 1, 2023. Elisabeth is a dedicated and innovative leader with a proven track record of success in the provision and delivery of health benefits to the health, community, and broader public sector. She has built strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, beneficiaries, service providers and the HBT team. She has a multi-disciplinary background and is successful at leading change within complex business environments. She brings more than 20 years of leadership experience spanning the sectors of health and finance including group benefits and health insurance, biopharmaceutical development, legal, and academic medical and health research.

On behalf of PFM Executive Search, congratulations Elisabeth!

PFM Executive Search is recognized as a leader in executive search and has been working with some of the most prominent Canadian private, public, and not-for-profit clients over the past 30-years. We are known for our ability to recruit senior leaders from around the world to top management positions.